Your rights and responsibilities in the workplace

Discover a wealth of resources to familiarise yourself with your rights and responsibilities in the workplace
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Your rights and the law

Regardless of the work you are undertaking, everyone is protected by employment rights and responsibilities.

There are many laws which protect the safety, well-being and rights of people at work and these pages are here to help you understand different aspects of employment rights and what it means for you.

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Employment status and contracts
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Bullying and harassment
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Employer expectations
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Workers’ Unions
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Disclosing individual circumstances
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Leave entitlement and flexible working
 
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